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Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Point Pleasant, New Jersey. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Sat, May 16: 2–3ft, 10s period, rated Poor. Get out early for the best of it — 3-4ft waves on ESE swell at 9s and glassy conditions. The S wind kicks in by afternoon — 17mph and poor by then.
Sun, May 17: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Fair. Get out early for the best of it — 2-3ft waves on SSE swell at 6s and light winds out of the WSW. Onshore flow builds through the day to 14mph, bringing conditions down to poor.
Mon, May 18: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with light winds out of the WNW. Expect the wind to bump up to around 8mph by PM.
Tue, May 19: 1–2ft, 5s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with light winds out of the SW. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 11mph.
Wed, May 20: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with 9mph from the SW. Afternoon breeze fills in to 13mph.
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Point Pleasant is a classic New Jersey beach break situated along the northern Ocean County coastline, where sandbars shift seasonally to produce punchy, workable waves that suit surfers of all levels. Facing roughly east-northeast into the Atlantic, this spot picks up a solid range of swells from nor'easters and tropical systems, with fall delivering the most consistent and powerful surf. The area is well-loved by the local New Jersey surf community and offers a laid-back atmosphere with easy beach access.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Point Pleasant is 3-4ft with a 9.3s swell period. Wind is SW at 6mph and conditions are rated Fair - Good. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Point Pleasant is 3-4ft, produced by a 3.1ft ESE primary swell at 9s. Breaking wave height is the actual rideable wave size at the shore — calculated from offshore swell data using this spot's coastal bathymetry — not the raw buoy reading.
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Point Pleasant is Saturday from 9 AM to 12 PM with 3ft waves, a 9.3s swell period, and conditions rated Fair - Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Point Pleasant works best with a E swell and W winds. Offshore winds groom the face of the wave, while onshore winds turn it sloppy. Cross-offshore conditions usually produce the cleanest shape.
Tide plays a big role at Point Pleasant. Mid tide works for most beach breaks, while reef and point breaks often prefer higher or lower stages. Use the tide chart above to line up your session with the swell peak.
Point Pleasant is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Point Pleasant is a classic New Jersey beach break situated along the northern Ocean County coastline, where sandbars shift seasonally to produce punchy, workable waves that suit surfers of all levels. Facing roughly east-northeast into the Atlantic, this spot picks up a solid range of swells from nor'easters and tropical systems, with fall delivering the most consistent and powerful surf. The area is well-loved by the local New Jersey surf community and offers a laid-back atmosphere with easy beach access.
The prime season at Point Pleasant is fall, when swell direction, wind patterns, and water temps line up most consistently. Outside the peak season you can still score, but you'll need to watch the forecast closely for the right windows.
Common hazards at Point Pleasant include rip currents, crowded lineups in summer, seasonal beach closures, jetty rocks nearby. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Point Pleasant forecast uses NOAA GFS and other weather models combined with spot-specific bathymetry to calculate breaking wave heights. Short-range (1-3 day) forecasts are most reliable. Extended forecasts show general trends. See the forecast accuracy card above for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
